PropertyInvesting.com | WomeninPropMelb | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/womeninpropmelb/activity/ Activity feed for WomeninPropMelb. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:23:25 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 ec16e0ea3fb7ad39b7f59b611523eab7 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Change of plans in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408420-change-of-plans/#post-4683711 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:53:17 +0000 Oh, & check out Property Investor magazine- there is a quick list in the back on median prices for suburbs and rental returns. YOu can also look at RP Data- a bit more cumbersome but up to date. They call the agents on the weekends to get their auction results….. I used to be an agent.

]]> ed5937a49083a26de23fe3ad8142b608 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Change of plans in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408420-change-of-plans/#post-4683710 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:51:43 +0000 Brendogs, you seem a bit confused. You set out talking about subdividing then renovation then buy & hold but then you shy away from it all.
If you have a good team then I wonder why you have not purchased already?
Yes, the market is a bit bouncy in Melbourne- but it is a good time to buy.
I have been pondering responses to "when to buy"…. 
A lot…[Read more]

]]> 0b340a96f552cdc026e40f76c99c17f1 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Default Rental in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408426-default-rental/#post-4683803 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:36:46 +0000 How much rent are you talking about? Were there any steps taken before they left to get the rent?
It depends on what you are looking to achieve.
In Victoria, you can pay around $30 and go to VCAT- you can get the bond paid to you.

]]> cfc2079f5565774b9cd0543fca93c027 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic *Help needed ASAP* Deposit left as "Expression of Interest" on a property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408006-help-needed-asap-deposit-left-as-expression-of-interest-on-a-property/#post-4680253 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:59:24 +0000 Terryw is correct- states have different cooling off periods.
And DO what Scottnomates says – get legal advice asap.
If you are in Victoria – you get 3 days cooling off – that is to take the contract to get legal advice on it.  If the agent has told you to sign it- then I am assuming you have not had legal advice because your solicitor or legal…[Read more]

]]> 0a757810f325dbb35b743224ef9ea134 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Melbourne - Inner City Studio Apartments in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4408015-melbourne-inner-city-studio-apartments/#post-4680306 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:32:58 +0000 Sounds like a great return on the face of it. 
Do all your figures- you will need to take into account body corporate- if its City Central then I might assume it is high rise so there will be body corporate and other costs associated.
I had similar type investment for sale close to university but could not sell as the figures when all was taken…[Read more]

]]> b580aff40c51e44fdb17641b2c5ebd4e WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Do I turn my PPOR into an IP or sell up and get a bigger house with sub div potential - plus other tricky things :) in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407233-do-i-turn-my-ppor-into-an-ip-or-sell-up-and-get-a-bigger-house-with-sub-div-potential-plus-other-tricky-things/#post-4674461 Sun, 29 Jul 2012 02:55:55 +0000 And I dont know what is going on with the changes to planning in Victoria. I dont know what impact this is going to have.
I would be very cautious at this stage going into something for “development” purpose until I understand more of how this is going to pan out.
Hence the reason for my next meeting focussing on this issue.

But really again I…[Read more]

]]> 7e22db117e787d340c495287d17f3700 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Do I turn my PPOR into an IP or sell up and get a bigger house with sub div potential - plus other tricky things :) in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407233-do-i-turn-my-ppor-into-an-ip-or-sell-up-and-get-a-bigger-house-with-sub-div-potential-plus-other-tricky-things/#post-4674459 Sat, 28 Jul 2012 04:36:50 +0000 Mick, this sounds all well and good.
The question I have is about YOU. Do you want to move? Ok so you want a bigger house to accommodate a new baby. And there is always the nesting thing. How many mums have I known – or how many mums to be did I see at opens.
To do something like this is a big thing to do- while involving the family. Like do you…[Read more]

]]> 3c2e4993f9cb9db665a3fd2fd32c006c WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Renovating For Profit in Brisbane - QBSA restrictions in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406457-renovating-for-profit-in-brisbane-qbsa-restrictions/#post-4668555 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:47:53 +0000 Here is information on Dean and Elise Parker:
http://www.propertysystems.com.au/reno-expert-dean-and-elise.html
Hope that helps you

]]> a0c625176203f7c09284bf1648ff7b7c WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Need a Handyman in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407206-need-a-handyman/#post-4674264 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:40:10 +0000 How did you go with the handy man?
Did you find one?
I can suggest someone who can point you in the direction of good handymen.

]]> fd32a10db22cbdea77e4a2c74312e324 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic I need a lawyer in Melbourne. in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407224-i-need-a-lawyer-in-melbourne/#post-4674385 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:38:42 +0000 Hi Sonny, did you find a lawyer to help you with this?
What are the issues?
Do you mean a lawyer to write up the agreement or is the tenant in the property and not making the payments for the outgoings?

Commercial property is very tricky isnt it.

]]> 9d63509245b033ed2e5d99ab93fe7c8e WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Most in-demand rental subrubs in Melbourne? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406877-most-in-demand-rental-subrubs-in-melbourne/#post-4672014 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:30:39 +0000 Kristen – you are such a wealth of knowledge!
What a breath of fresh air!
I would agree on the data and statistics- you can look at the numbers but it does not give you the feel or the “vibe” as Michael Caton said in “The Castle”.
I keep saying here – you get soooo much more from walking around that you cant get from google or from magazines.

I…[Read more]

]]> 983a66dfbc5ad7f0505e7c2b311a860d WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Builder or Structural Engineer recommendations in Melbourne? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407094-builder-or-structural-engineer-recommendations-in-melbourne/#post-4673531 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:24:27 +0000 Hi Mikesone- did you get any replies to your post?
How did you go with this?
Where about’s are you located?
I do know someone who can help point you in the direction.
if you are still looking- PM me.

]]> ee04bfa786ac4de83abf7b49abf02eaa WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Does anyone used a telemarketing or appointment setting company? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397011-does-anyone-used-a-telemarketing-or-appointment-setting-company/#post-4608042 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 06:13:23 +0000 Yep, Barry all correct.
Better off running competitions to get your leads- at least they are part way qualified.
And cold calling is a hard slog from one who has done plenty of it…………
Gotta just love rejection!

]]> f08725a7f5fb9aceef3d3b641d8fdd72 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic When do we RENO? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407201-when-do-we-reno/#post-4674242 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 22:10:30 +0000 Where is Victoria Park?
I would suggest that the best time to reno is about before you have the tenants move in.
You still wont be able to claim any deductions as this is before the place is earning an income. Your place needs to be earning an income to claim against before you can claim. See you accountant- you will need one who knows about…[Read more]

]]> 1302ef893ddde535762b3566281cae72 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic FREE Residex Property Reports for VICTORIAN, TASMANIAN, and SOUTH AUSTRALIAN properties - Investment or Owner Occupied in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396010-free-residex-property-reports-for-victorian-tasmanian-and-south-australian-properties-investment-or-owner-occupied/page/17/#post-4602821 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 22:04:28 +0000 Mike – you are a very popular person!
Its nice to see a few genuine people on this site helping others out.
I hope all is well with you……………

]]> bfe51b9012e646c691238bc1d7a1fb78 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investment In Mining Areas in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406716-investment-in-mining-areas/#post-4670920 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 04:19:17 +0000 Liam T How did you go? Did you find someone to help you out?
Did you end up investing in a mining town?
Streamlining investing- that is a great idea. I am not so good at spread sheets so must dust up in my excel skills.
I am thinking of investing in such a place – I like Gladstone as I dont see it just dying when the mine moves out………….

]]> 48add6cc21ce61ecb9b497a51f5cc6e1 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Course Material and Content "SWAP" Rick Otton in the forum The Treasure Chest https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407058-course-material-and-content-swap-rick-otton/#post-4673267 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 04:13:18 +0000 Maybe try ebay?
Or other sites … Has Rick Otton got a site?

]]> 0c57f8274004a8d366c609a6687457ea WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic properties investment in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407191-properties-investment/#post-4674183 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 04:10:57 +0000 I have had some experience with Metropole strategists but wont post here my views……….
Happy to have a private conversation.

]]> b78a91e09efbe110cb765e87aea6150b WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Pro's & Con's in buying Studio in Melb CBD in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407106-pros-cons-in-buying-studio-in-melb-cbd/page/2/#post-4673633 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 03:48:54 +0000 Jenny111 – you must be so confused!
There are many ways and strategies to use in property investing.
Perhaps its a good idea to sit down and think about what it is you are wanting to get out of property.
You have posed some great questions here – and questions that dont often get asked – are overlooked until the ink is dry on a contract – then…[Read more]

]]> 782f50605491730d3568f5d6a3e648dd WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Withdrawal of offer in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407174-withdrawal-of-offer/#post-4674097 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 03:35:35 +0000 A contract is a contract is a contract- the 4 corners of the contract stand and that will be according to contract law. Yes, it may well work differently because different “standard” contracts are used.
The way Real Estate is handled in each state will be different.
I know things are different in NSW- the process is different- and with the…[Read more]

]]> 3a2f236508a7f9263958538a92f79015 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Withdrawal of offer in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407174-withdrawal-of-offer/#post-4674095 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:15:30 +0000 Terry 4 corners of a contract when I did legal studies – 2 parties, agreement, consideration, and the item.
If a vendor has signed a contract – I dont think he can withdraw and as far as I know – he does not have to sign within 3 days. You get 3 days cooling off but that starts the moment the buyer signs the contract. The vendor can still sign 5…[Read more]

]]> 601fd1a3a57c5ceafeaed554dd33cb49 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic RP Data v Pricefinder in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4402817-rp-data-v-pricefinder/#post-4642125 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:02:57 +0000 Yes, the reason that you cant get immediate results is that it sometimes takes that long before the sale price gets to the titles office- it is not a function of the data or the service itself.
As Matt says – call the agent on the Monday and see if they will give you the price. Or watch the sales yourself.
You dont really need values so…[Read more]

]]> 283cde8e5a17286ae3bfbbfa46475f31 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic looking at getting first investment property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407061-looking-at-getting-first-investment-property/#post-4673289 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 22:54:47 +0000 Winadil there is always another property around the corner. Dont get sucked into “you have to do it now” or “this will be snapped up soon”.. it is just a matter of the right one will be the right one when the time is right for you. We all live in houses and we all buy and sell houses – there is always another good deal coming by.
Jacm is right -…[Read more]

]]> 3de11d199dd9b51dc3aef22aeab9d4c4 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Help needed with next move - new to IP - Thanks in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407180-help-needed-with-next-move-new-to-ip-thanks/#post-4674133 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 03:46:32 +0000 Awsome Juve… you are doing all the right things then.
I dont know if you should hang on to a property forever. Some say that and some say you should do a calculation on opportunity value- that is what else can your money be doing?
Property is a longer term investment – if you listen to everyone you will get analysis paralysis…………

]]> 89b0879ee0e70e8ae0d99c75ef2f0d96 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Help needed with next move - new to IP - Thanks in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407180-help-needed-with-next-move-new-to-ip-thanks/#post-4674131 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:15:17 +0000 Jamie is right- get a valuation or appraisal done – yes they are free and I have heard them used before – its more than most people do at the time. A valuation can cost up to $1000 – that is up to but not necessarily.
I am not sure if its about the lender in changing the loan from PPOR to IP – its more about tax implications and how you are…[Read more]

]]> f8d318af329ef6866b34b08aec2e96ea WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Help needed with next move - new to IP - Thanks in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407180-help-needed-with-next-move-new-to-ip-thanks/#post-4674129 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 23:43:46 +0000 Kristen, its good to see some people who post here who have a depth of understanding of investing – you are one of those people.
I was once a real estate agent. There are many in real estate who do a really good job. Real estate agents get a battering here.
All investors would do well to make their real estate agent their best friend.
I know a…[Read more]

]]> d36c74d56784d52a3197f6708abad611 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic looking at getting first investment property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407061-looking-at-getting-first-investment-property/#post-4673282 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 23:12:39 +0000 As I have suggested in another post – look for when the media has mixed messages – about now in Melbourne.
I have seen some news say prices are stable and in fact have gone up – that is true where I live – prices have not gone down.
Some prices have gone up closer to the city.
There are also reports that there are less properties on the market -…[Read more]

]]> 83499e10937ec3bc09306598f2851b66 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Help needed with next move - new to IP - Thanks in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407180-help-needed-with-next-move-new-to-ip-thanks/#post-4674127 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 20:56:10 +0000 Oh Not all real estate agents dont understand investing- ask Kirsten who posts here – she seems to understand:

Kristin Simondson
E: kristin@peterbarnes.com.au| P: 0410 202 393 | Office: 98 Rathdowne Street, Carlton 3053
A refreshingly honest approach to real estate http://www.peterbarnes.com.au

Which state are you in?

]]> 2169954a1ad02fd4424401c86f08157a WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Help needed with next move - new to IP - Thanks in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407180-help-needed-with-next-move-new-to-ip-thanks/#post-4674126 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 20:42:35 +0000 Jamie is correct in this instance- you need to think about what’s in it for him- for both the broker and the Real Estate Agent. My first thought on the real estate agent was “why are you taking advice from a real estate agent”… they dont give advice. Not forgetting that I was a real estate agent too. Not many of them know how to spell investing…[Read more]

]]> 537d87378a76b1325d6622d0cec6b303 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Melbourne Property Values in the forum The media has a lot to https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407110-melbourne-property-values/#post-4673671 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 06:28:51 +0000 The media has a lot to answer for. I agree.
What I do know is looking at median prices in my area they have only RISEN.

]]> 2eda93854d32c7cd14b996ea228ff029 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Buying off the plan 2 bedroom apartment in Brunswick in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407087-buying-off-the-plan-2-bedroom-apartment-in-brunswick/#post-4673481 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 20:35:26 +0000 Opee, I dont have a view on whether OTP is good or not- I have seen posts on this site re Park Trent. I dont know how they are.
BUT if you ARE looking in Brunswick- have a good look at it- it has become the place to be.
If you cant afford it- maybe look at the next suburb out.
I also like Thornbury and Preston for investing- not too popular just…[Read more]

]]> 4e9f189582f22beaa2ccbfa50f774e3a WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Property Investing Meeting You just cant miss! in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406936-property-investing-meeting-you-just-cant-miss/#post-4672413 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:15:17 +0000 Wow! What a great meeting last night.
Lucas covered many things and answered many questions.
This led to attendees saying after – “Wow, he was the best speaker we have seen. So patient and good answers. Lucas was very generous with his time”.
Thanks Lucas…. we hope you come back again.
If you would like to know more – get along to our next…[Read more]

]]> 1e8a8e7a44b716fabdeb4d806e44f13a WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investing in Geelong Region in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406009-investing-in-geelong-region/page/2/#post-4664898 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:09:48 +0000 Jennie, do you mean – what does “PM” mean? Private Message me?
In my view – you might like property managers who others simply don’t get along with.
It is always a good idea to keep your ear to the ground – but also do your own research.
And remember- “What Peter says about Paul, says more about Peter than it does about Paul”.

]]> 9a089bd0f5e8beb0239e75a5b03114d7 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Valuation when turning PPOR into IP in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407142-valuation-when-turning-ppor-into-ip/#post-4673912 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:40:13 +0000 You will meet Sales people – not property managers…. that is if you want the sale price value- for CGT purposes.
You will meet the property manager if you are looking for rental only.
You meet them where you want- best to meet at the property to ensure they get a good look at it.
As I have been saying here – where I am property prices have not…[Read more]

]]> a6188b9e28f0d55f51d1b021c3235b76 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investing in Geelong Region in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406009-investing-in-geelong-region/#post-4664894 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 03:05:12 +0000 JacM I am so with you. I would love to know more about Geelong and what you know. I will PM you. I think Geelong is a good place to invest – even more so now with the “lay offs”- yes definitely one to watch.
Not with the stigma thing or anything – but I dont think rental will be affected in this area – Centrelink is still at work.

I like the Bird…[Read more]

]]> 6234bc56a7c99b0c766f5fd54b3985cf WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investing in Geelong Region in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406009-investing-in-geelong-region/#post-4664890 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 20:12:29 +0000 That’s funny! I thought you were having a go at them!

]]> 52a1e217b64e1ec1c0fa0f6e87d9244b WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Melbourne Property Values in the forum No Freckle, I am not https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407110-melbourne-property-values/#post-4673668 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 20:09:09 +0000 No Freckle, I am not kidding. As Nigel says – this is a quick headline grab. IN my experience as a real estate agent- yes the media is about 3 months behind. When you start to hear mixed responses from the media – this means the market is turning.
On Saturday evening news on channel 9 they reported that prices had in fact risen in inner Melbourne.

]]> 92f8832bdca1aa494583682ae02764e2 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Desperate Situation, need help ASAP! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407129-desperate-situation-need-help-asap/#post-4673830 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 06:54:56 +0000 I am not sure what you mean by the “price has gone down to $225K”?
Do you have comparable property analysis around you? How can you know that?
Are there other options available to you? Like can you furnish the unit – you can get second hand furniture – and rent it for holiday rental for higher? Cairns has had a lot of development over the time for…[Read more]

]]> 703c8e13cf7b4f8b7e5bc61a50c11b1c WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic House worth less than mortgage in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407138-house-worth-less-than-mortgage/#post-4673891 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 06:45:30 +0000 I would imagine the bank would ask for the $100,000 short fall- I cant see it any other way- they want their money or the purchaser would take the hit for the $100,000 as Terry says

]]> 7849409fdd2f403bf247599ee55a88b7 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Valuation when turning PPOR into IP in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407142-valuation-when-turning-ppor-into-ip/#post-4673910 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 06:42:14 +0000 Values will not change all that much in that time.
As I have said before – wont take much to get a couple of “appraisals” done by a real estate agent and they are free. I have been told before that this could be used for ATO purposes- I mean really – most people dont even go to the trouble so are them made to work back and provide an estimate.
Get…[Read more]

]]> e403e3b12a04c432e9fb5d57da32810d WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investing in Geelong Region in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406009-investing-in-geelong-region/#post-4664888 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 06:35:34 +0000 Caprivik – what do you mean”victims” real estate? Do you think he ripped you off?

Yes, Corio has a shopping centre- and lots of those housing commission type houses going on- there are parts I guess that are ok – ish.

Norlane – some parts again ok- I was impressed with the parts with streets named after birds- “Swallow” and “Dove”.. Old Dept of…[Read more]

]]> 5ec28e3f7fadc0a77a5ea1ac31b27e22 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Investing in Geelong Region in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406009-investing-in-geelong-region/#post-4664881 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 21:04:42 +0000 A drive around the area will reveal all is my suggestion.

]]> e8a582d6c659b2da34d8525c3a4c87d2 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Positive gearing/negative gearing in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407119-positive-gearingnegative-gearing/#post-4673756 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 21:02:38 +0000 Yes, Richard is right – I dont understand why you have to sign- walk away until you get more advice.

]]> ff9b8b0156d6c62c9428f69de15a6ea7 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Positive gearing/negative gearing in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407119-positive-gearingnegative-gearing/#post-4673754 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:36:55 +0000 Why do you have to sign the paperwork on Thursday? What is the rush?
I would suggest you speak to an accountant before you go ahead as this may seem like a good thing to do but could cost you $1000’s more?
Who is putting pressure on you to sign?
As I always say – this will not be the last investment property – there is always another around the…[Read more]

]]> 4e4b4d3fae553c78f36be0f680ebddc4 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Reformed Zones in Victoria - What does it mean.... in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407126-reformed-zones-in-victoria-what-does-it-mean/#post-4673812 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 03:33:20 +0000 Yes, Melanie gives a good over view.
I would Go straight to horses mouth still and speak to Matthew Guy’s office so you might have some influence over how it plays out- not sure but its worth a try. Its too late by the time these things get to council and the public- decisions are already made.
After this – your planners will have the best…[Read more]

]]> a05c91f15d0be73faf3c1dc5514ab8e0 WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Think i've found a cash-flow neutral property in Bendigo :) in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407108-think-ive-found-a-cash-flow-neutral-property-in-bendigo/#post-4673652 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 22:37:53 +0000 This all sounds good. I am not sure about rent at $390 pw. This sounds a bit high? It looks like a nice place…..
Vacancy rates may be low but not sure if this rent is what is the going rate in this market.
I was a former real estate agent in Melbourne – so I dont know much about Bendigo.
have you compared other properties around the area? Also…[Read more]

]]> aae4b1cd567a818412a3814c1eec216f WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic MELBOURNE MONDAY 7TH MAY - Positive Real Estate 2 Hour Seminar in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4406430-melbourne-monday-7th-may-positive-real-estate-2-hour-seminar/#post-4668344 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 22:02:50 +0000 I have heard of them and attended a few seminars. They have some great ideas.
I am not sure about hidden costs…… they do a lot of stuff in house. A lot of very positive hype. It was when the market was better so I dont know what they are saying now.

Did you go along?
How was it?

]]> 2c5e6973daad1d5c0e433bc89ca0476c WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Melbourne Property Values in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407110-melbourne-property-values/#post-4673665 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 21:49:48 +0000 Yes, Nigel is right. This is a head line.
This is not quite what I am hearing on the tv. Over the weekend they reported that prices have actually increased in inner suburbs. Come to think of it- I have been looking at prices and I cant find a bargain.
From this information- when the media is mixed about what is happening- this is when the market…[Read more]

]]> 1a2b5437b9a8c41cced73f0c3cd3976d WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Buying off the plan 2 bedroom apartment in Brunswick in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407087-buying-off-the-plan-2-bedroom-apartment-in-brunswick/#post-4673477 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 21:46:58 +0000 Opee, it is worth considering what Emma has to say.
Park Trent is a large company and does a lot of property development. They have had mixed reviews. But they have been around a long time too.
Brusnwick is a good area- close to city and university and lots of amenities.

]]> 18c6d3fe4c336714d25da8635a1e9bce WomeninPropMelb replied to the topic Reformed Zones in Victoria - What does it mean.... in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4407126-reformed-zones-in-victoria-what-does-it-mean/#post-4673809 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 21:42:03 +0000 Gavsam, I think it is a mine field and we dont really know what is going to come out of this until it is tested.
My understanding is and from what I have seen- local councils have not given approvals due to local pressure but it then goes to VCAT and the local council is over turned.
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